Sighisoara

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Sighisoara showing heritage architecture
Sighisoara showing a house and heritage architecture
Clock Tower which includes heritage architecture
Sighisoara showing a house and heritage architecture
Sighisoara which includes a house
Stroll through cobbled alleys and explore medieval homes in this UNESCO-protected citadel city.

Sighişoara is one of the best-preserved inhabited citadels in Europe. The town is infamous for being the birthplace of Vlad Dracula, also known as Vlad Tepes (Vlad the Impaler), the 15th-century ruler of Wallachia and the inspiration for Bram Stoker's Count Dracula. Look inside Tepes’ home and see the city’s burgher houses, historic towers and lavish churches.

Climb to the top of the city’s Clock Tower and admire beautiful views over the Old Town and Tarnava Mare Valley. Examine the tower’s ornate two-plate clock, decorated with 3-inch-tall (80-centimeter) figurines representing Peace, Law and Justice, as well as pagan gods related to each of the seven weekdays.

Tickets to the Clock Tower and its compact History Museum also include admission to the Weapons Collection on the first floor of the Vlad Dracul House. Browse this interesting exhibit of medieval weapons. Vlad Tepes is said to have been born in this house in 1431 and lived here until the age of 4. Enjoy a meal at the ground-floor restaurant and ask to view Vlad’s old room.

Hike up the 1,370-foot (420-meter) School Hill to visit the striking Church on the Hill, which features some of Transylvania’s most representative Gothic structures. Inside the church are 500-year-old frescoes and a 16th-century altarpiece. Look for an unusual archway fresco, which depicts the Holy Trinity as a three-faced entity with the Holy Ghost female. Venture into the eerie crypt below the church and walk around the haunting Saxon cemetery located opposite the church.

Consider planning your trip to Sighişoara for late July to experience the city’s Festival of Medieval Arts and Crafts. This energetic 4-day event features numerous open-air concerts, traditional ceremonies, costume parades and craft displays, all designed to recreate the atmosphere of the city’s medieval period.

Sighişoara is well connected by train to Braşov, Bucharest, Budapest, Prague and Vienna. The train station is about 0.6 mile (1 kilometer) away from the Old City. Experience the historic charms and haunting legends of intriguing Sighişoara.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sighisoara - Cavaler
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sighisoara - Cavaler
4 out of 5
Strada Consiliul Europei 6, Sighisoara
The price is P2,052 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
P2,052
P2,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sighisoara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Church of the Dominican Monastery and ...
8/10 Very Good! (182 reviews)
Stuart Green
"You can’t beat this hotel for a quality stay and price. The staff are friendly with a nice breakfast in the morning and good quality restaurant for an evening meal. The facilities are fantastic with a nice swimming pool, sauna and steam room."

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sighisoara - Cavaler
Casa Savri
Casa Savri
4 out of 5
17 Strada Morii, Sighisoara, Mures
The price is P6,476 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
P6,476
P7,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly guesthouse in Sighisoara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Statue of Vlad Ţepeş ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Casa Savri is a lovely historic small hotel. Because of its historic classification some things can’t be changed, so for example be prepared to carry around your big old keys to get into your room and the hotel front door. But it adds to the charm. We had a junior suite and it was nice and spacious, ..."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

Casa Savri
Hotel Korona
Hotel Korona
4 out of 5
Zaharia Boiu, 12, Sighisoara, MS
The price is P4,647 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
P4,647
P5,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sighisoara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tailors' Tower and Piaţa Cetăţii ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
"Ample free onsite parking, breakfast included, strong Wifi, very nice shower. Easily walkable to the Citadel, although uphill a bit. Lovely hotel that knows how to take care of guests in a hospitable manner."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2024

Hotel Korona
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Casa Lily-Japanese Retreat
Casa Lily-Japanese Retreat
3.5 out of 5
Strada Dimitrie Cantemir, Sighisoara, Mures
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly villa in Sighisoara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Sighisoara Citadel and Church on ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"A slice of Japan in Romania . Friendly and helpful owner - the whole place is run and managed by the host couple. The kitchen was shared but was fully equipped and we were able to prepare meals. The outdoor and garden was relaxing and the view from the balcony great ."

Reviewed on May 10, 2022

Casa Lily-Japanese Retreat
Blue House Citadel Sighisoara
Blue House Citadel Sighisoara
4 out of 5
2 Strada Turnului, Sighisoara, MS
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Sighisoara. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Collection of Medieval Arms and ...
Blue House Citadel Sighisoara
Teo's Flat
Teo's Flat
3.5 out of 5
Strada Grivitei nr 4, scara 2, Sighisoara
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Sighisoara. Enjoy free parking, room service, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Roman Catholic Church and History ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Excellent highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2023

Teo's Flat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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